The NELAC Institute (TNI) provides an updated training plan
for upcoming classes and new recorded webcasts.
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Webinars | Course Title and Instructor |
September 13, 2024 | |
October 21, 2024 |
Prices are shown for TNI members and Non-TNI members. Group pricing is also available as detailed. You can view course information below or click on the Register Now button for each offering to be directed to the full course and registration page on the TNI website.
WEBINARS
Date and Time:Â September 13, 2024; 11am - 3pm EST
Audience:Â FSMOs, Samplers, Quality Managers
Fees:
$110 ea. for TNI Members
$125 ea. for non-TNI members
$525 group 5 - 10 people; TNI Members
$600 group 5 - 10 people; non-TNI members
Course Description:
Environmental decisions need data that accurately represent environmental conditions. The data relies on the ability of the field sampling operations to collect and maintain the integrity of the samples they collect. A sample that is improperly collected or preserved will not accurately represent the chemical or biological conditions at the sampling source. Laboratory test results derived from improperly collected samples will not provide usable results for making informed decisions.
Representative samples require proper selection of the sampling site, and the use of appropriate sample collection and sample measurement equipment. To ensure a representative sample, the sample collection equipment must be of appropriate material construction, suitable for the sample to be collected and working properly. Sample measurement equipment must be fully operational and must have been calibrated and/or verified to ensure accurate measurement results.
This webinar will focus on the general concepts relating to the basics of proper selection, use, calibration and maintenance of sample collection and field measurement equipment.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the webinar, participants will:
Understand the importance of using appropriate and properly maintained equipment during the sampling event;
Have resources evaluate and or select sampling equipment suitable for the sample sources and chemical or biological parameters to be collected;
Have resources to select proper field measurement equipment;
Understand the basic concepts of calibration and verification;
Understand the proper use of primary and secondary standards;
Understand the importance of maintaining sampling and measurement equipment and checking for expected performance before deployment.
Instructor: Silky Labie; ELCAT
Silky and John Labie, the principals of ELCAT, LLC, collectively have over 70 years of experience in laboratory and field quality management. ELCAT, LLC provides extensive training of laboratory and field personnel in sampling techniques, quality management and training that addresses the requirements of the National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (NELAP). It performs readiness audits for laboratories who desire to improve their quality system for the purposes of NELAP accreditation.
ELCAT presents training and presentations on quality-related topics such as method performance, data integrity, corrective and preventive actions, root-cause analysis, data usability, and the role of quality managers. The company is used exclusively by the University of Florida Center for Training, Research & Education for Environmental Occupations (TREEO) for all off-site training of field personnel. It is regularly asked to provide presentations at the Florida Society of Environmental Analysts (FSEA) meetings. ELCAT, LLC has also provided training and presentations for New York City, the State of Virginia, and The NELAC Institute (TNI).
Date and Time:Â October 21, 2024; 11am - 3pm EST
Audience:Â FSMOs, Quality Managers, Samplers, Managers/Supervisors
Fees:
$110 ea. for TNI Members
$125 ea. for non-TNI members
$525 group 5 - 10 people; TNI Members
$600 group 5 - 10 people; non-TNI members
Course Summary:
The single most important aspect in determining the biological and chemical composition of a selected location is ensuring the sample is properly collected and maintained until the laboratory can analyze the sample for the selected analytes. An improperly collected or preserved sample cannot produce meaningful results. It is incumbent on the sample collection team to provide samples that accurately reflect the sample source.
Further, the sampling organization must be able to demonstrate through records that the sample was properly collected and managed. If there are gaps in these records, the history of the sample is incomplete, and may bring the sampling event into question. When there are gaps in records, the sampling organization cannot demonstrate, that the sampling event resulted in samples that accurately represent the original sampling source.
An effective data integrity program includes complete and accurate records that can be linked to specific sampling activities. Records must include descriptions of the sampling event, records identifying the sampling equipment handling and maintenance, records identifying the measurement equipment with links to the calibration and verification of each instrument, maintenance records, and links to the originally purchase vendor standards or neat materials including certificates of analysis.
This course will define traceability as it relates to the entire sampling event and highlight records that are routinely omitted as a part of the sample history.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the webinar, participants will:
Understand the importance of traceability of sampling and field measurements;
Understand how improper measurement data and sample collection activities impact the reported data;
Understand the importance of having records of all aspects of field operations, including maintenance and calibration;
Determine the types of records that can improve the traceability of field operations; and
Understand the FSMO requirements for traceability of field measurements as defined in Volume 1 of the TNI Field Activities Standard.
Instructor: Silky Labie; ELCAT
Silky and John Labie, the principals of ELCAT, LLC, collectively have over 70 years of experience in laboratory and field quality management. ELCAT, LLC provides extensive training of laboratory and field personnel in sampling techniques, quality management and training that addresses the requirements of the National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (NELAP). It performs readiness audits for laboratories who desire to improve their quality system for the purposes of NELAP accreditation.
ELCAT presents training and presentations on quality-related topics such as method performance, data integrity, corrective and preventive actions, root-cause analysis, data usability, and the role of quality managers. The company is used exclusively by the University of Florida Center for Training, Research & Education for Environmental Occupations (TREEO) for all off-site training of field personnel. It is regularly asked to provide presentations at the Florida Society of Environmental Analysts (FSEA) meetings. ELCAT, LLC has also provided training and presentations for New York City, the State of Virginia, and The NELAC Institute (TNI).
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